Volatility measures how much an asset's price fluctuates over time. High volatility means big swings; low volatility means steadier returns. Stocks are more volatile than bonds. Volatility is often measured by standard deviation.
Example
A stock that swings ±20% annually is more volatile than a bond that moves ±3%.
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